John Bates Sifu

Head Coach and Instructor at YKFA.

...Began martial arts after seeing Bruce Lee in Enter the Dragon at too young an age and has been a Kung Fu fan ever since. Tried Karate, Judo and kick boxing because they are so popular but never liked the rigid format and style. Finally joined the I.T.S.W.A. under Sifu Derek Frearson (see below) who has a tremendous depth of knowledge and studied Wing Chun, Tai Chi and other forms of Kung Fu extensively in China. Sifu John remains a student and representative of his to this day.

John Sifu teaches Foshan WIng Chun as his main Kung Fu style, Yang Style Tai Chi, Kids Kung Fu and Freestyle Fighting... In each class he tries to bring out the best in his students and impart, not only the traditiona side of martial arts but also his own views and insights, coaching the strengths of each individual under his guidance.

Steve Leah Sifu

Assistant Coach and Instructor

Began his study of the martial arts at the ripe old age of 12. Studied various systems including Judo, Ju Jitsu, GoJu Ryu Karate, Aikido and Kung Fu. Decided to specialize in Wing Chun Kung Fu due to the depth of knowledge passed on in this system.

Steve hopes to open a mixed martial arts class early october 2008 to develope fighters in ground combat.